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Aim: Provide nutritious meals & Christmas gifts to 300+ rural children in eSwatini, empowering communities via local partnerships & volunteerism.

Shine Bright eSwatini 2025 –  Christmas Appeal

Every child deserves a sparkle of joy at Christmas. This festive season, Swazi Dreams Eco-Lodge invites you to join Shine Bright eSwatini, our heartwarming initiative that brings a special celebration to rural children in the region.

Why Shine Bright?

For many families in and around Ncabaneni, Christmas can be a time of hardship rather than hope. Limited resources, food insecurity, and the sheer remoteness of their villages mean that festive treats and a warm meal are often beyond reach. Shine Bright exists to change that—one smile, one plate, one gift at a time.

Our 2024 Success

Thanks to your generous support, our December 2024 celebration:

• Fed over 250 children, up from 150 in previous years

• Served nutritious meals prepared by local cooks using fresh produce from nearby farmers

• Delivered 250 small gifts, carefully chosen to bring joy

• Created a day of laughter, games, and community spirit for families who needed it most

That growth—100 extra little ones welcomed to our table—means 100 more beaming faces and 100 more hearts warmed by your kindness.

How Your Gift Helps

• £1 provides a wholesome meal for one child

• £2 covers a meal and a special Christmas gift

• £5 enables us to add extra treats—like fruit or school supplies—to the celebration

Every pound you give goes directly to food, gifts, and event essentials. Small donations add up to big moments.

Our Promise

• Community First: We buy produce from local farmers and invite villagers to cook, serve, and celebrate with us.

• Transparent Use of Funds: 100% of your donation feeds children, buys gifts, or covers event logistics.

• Year-Round Impact: Our page is “Always On,” so you can give today, tomorrow, or any day—help us keep the Christmas spirit alive all year long!

Join Us

• Donate Online: Your gift—even £1—makes a difference.

• Spread the Word: Share our story with friends, family, and colleagues.

• Volunteer or In-Kind Support: Supply toys, stationery, or help us serve on the day. Contact us at [email protected].

Let’s make Christmas 2025 our brightest yet. Together, we’ll ensure that every child in rural eSwatini feels loved, fed, and cherished this holiday season.

Thank you for shining bright with us! 🌟

Swazi Dreams Eco-Lodge
Ncabaneni, Manzini Region, eSwatini
[email protected] | +268 (78300238)
Facebook / Instagram : @swazidreams / @dreamsswazi

Funding method

Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 18th September 2025 at 10:40am